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Virtual Device Tool

See Axes In Motion

  • Interactive 3D model moves as you test Zaber Launcher software and Zaber Motion Library API.

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  • Start implementing your own control software even before placing the order.

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  • Test your software updates without needing dedicated test hardware.
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Connect

  • Quickly connect using serial ports, USB, Ethernet, or IoT to get started.

Control

  • Send basic movements through a friendly graphical interface, or try out advanced apps with powerful motion profiles.

Configure

  • Change settings, optimize tuning, and set up triggers to get the performance you want.
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Zaber Motion Library

A powerful yet easy-to-use open-source API to write programs on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Hardware support includes x64, x86 and ARM.

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Getting Started Tutorial

  • Step-by-step installation instructions and your first example script tailored to every supported programming language and platform combination.

How-To Guides

  • With sample code for each feature in all supported languages, programming becomes nearly a copy-and-paste task.

Sample Code

  • Code smarter, not harder. Leverage pre-written routines.
DocumentationAPI Reference
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More Libraries

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LabVIEW

  • Zaber's instrument driver includes subVIs and controls that allow low-level control or more advanced operation. Examples are included to highlight some typical use cases.
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Arduino

  • Control your devices with an Arduino Microcontroller, no computer required! Integration is easy with Zaber's X-AS01 shield and programming library with helpful examples.
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Direct Control

  • Need to send commands directly? You can type commands directly to a device using any terminal emulation software, or write your own code in any language that supports serial or network communication.
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RoboDK

  • Use the RoboDK software package to simulate and operate some of Zaber's devices as part of a system with the other robotics equipment.
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EPICS

  • The Zaber EPICS motor driver provides a simple means of controlling Zaber linear and rotary devices using the EPICS asyn motor system.
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X-USBDC Driver

  • Having trouble connecting with our USB adaptor?
    Check that you have the appropriate FTDI USB driver installed for your connection.

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